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Annex G Structural Marking Systems

This annex is not a part of the requirements of this NFPA document but is included for

informational purposes only.

Annex G is extracted from the Army Corps of Engineers.

G.1 General.

One of the initial strategic concerns for personnel is the need to analyze the structure(s) involved

in any collapse situation. This is especially true where there is more than one structure involved,

as in cases of devastating earthquakes, hurricanes, or other natural or man-made disasters. The

determination of the condition of the structure, hazards, and occupancy prior to the event will

affect the overall search and rescue strategy.

A uniform building marking system has been developed by the FEMA National US&R Response

System. There are four4 categories of FEMA US&R markings: Markings:

(1) Structure identification markingIdentification Marking

(2) Structure/hazards evaluation markingHazards Evaluation Marking

(3) Search assessment marking Assessment Marking

(4) Victim location markingLocation Marking

The building marking system was established to ensure the following::

(1) Differentiation of structures within a geographic area .

(2) The structural condition and status of rescue operations within the structure are

communicated.

Identification markings on structures canmay be made with international orangeInternational

Orange spray paint (or construction crayon), placed on the building surface. In the case of

hurricanes where many structures are involved, a system using a stick"Stick-on label" Label

should be used. Markings should be placed on the normal address side of the structure.

G.2 Structure Identification Marking Within a Geographic Area.

Structure identification within a geographic area differentiatesis used to differentiate buildings

by groups, such as by block(s) or jurisdictional area. It is imperative that personnel clearly

identify each structure within a geographic area. This identification will assist both in the

specific ongoing search and rescue effort and in the long-term, post- disaster identification of the

site.

International orange spray paint or construction crayon is used to mark buildings with their street

numbersnumber so that personnel can differentiate one building from another. Existing numbers

should be used to fill in any unknown numbers. If all numbers are unknown, arbitrary numbers

can be used (odd and even numbersused on opposite sides of the street). The primary method of

identification should include the existing street name, hundred block, and building number. Such

identification is not always possible due to post- disaster conditions. [See Figure G.2(a).]

If at all possible, the existing street name and building number will be used. If some numbers

have been obliterated, an attempt should be made to re-establishreestablish the numbering based

on nearby structures. If no numbers are identifiable on a given block, rescue personnel will

assign and identify the street name and numbers based on other structures in the areaproximity.

The structures should then be numbered to differentiate them (using paint or crayon).

Figure G.2(a) Structure Identification Marking System Within a Geographic Area.

It is also important to identify locations within a single structure. The address side of the building

is side A. Other sides of the structure are assigned alphabetically in a clockwise manner from

side A around the building. [See Figure G.2(b).]

Figure G.2(b) Structure Identification Marking System Within a Geographic Area — Sides of a

Single Structure.

The interior of the structure can be divided into quadrants. The quadrants are identified

alphabetically in a clockwise manner starting from where the side A and side B perimeter meet.

The center core, where all four quadrants meet, is identified as quadrant E (i.e., central core

lobby)., etc.). [See Figure G.2(c).]

Figure G.2(c) Structure Identification Marking System Within a Geographic Area — Quadrants

of a Single Structure.

Multistory buildings must have each floor clearly identified. If not clearly discernable, the floors

should be numberednumbers as referenced from the exterior. The grade (or street-) level floor is

designated floor 1, and moving up,upward the second floor would be floor 2, and so onetc.

Conversely, the first floor below grade (or street) level would be B-1, the second B-2, and so

onetc. For buildings where the street slopes, all at the incident must be informed as to which

level will be called the first floor. [.[See Figure G.2(d).]

Figure G.2(d) Structure Identification Marking System Within a Geographic Area — Floors in a

Single Structure.

If a structure contains a grid of structural columns, they should be marked with 2 ft (0.6 m)foot

high, orange letters/numbers to further identify enclosed areas. If plans are available, use the

existing numbering system. If plans are not available, letter the columns across the long side

(side A in the example) starting from the left, and number the columns along the short side (side

B in this example) starting from the front, side A. The story level should be added to each

marked column, and be placed below the column locator mark. Example: “FL-2” = Floor 2. [See

Figure G.2(e).]

Figure G.2(e) Structure Identification Marking System Within a Geographic Area — Column

Grid Layout.

G.3 Structure and /Hazards Evaluation Marking.

This system is designed to identify specific hazards associated with any collapsed structure.

Personnel should be awarecognizant of the nationally accepted marking system and should be

proficient in the use of the system.

After performing a building hazard identification, the responder makes a 2 ft2ft × 2 ft2ft (0.6 m2m

× 0.6 m2)m) square box on the building adjacent to the most accessible point of entry into any

compromised structure. Paint sticks, lumber crayons, or international orange aerosol spray paint

can be used for this marking system. Peel- and- stick labels or stiff paper placards canmay be

used to avoid paint damage. It is important that an effort is made to mark all normal entry points

(side A if possible) to a building under evaluation to ensure that rescue personnel approaching

the building can identify that it has been evaluated.

Materials and methods used for marking should be coordinated with the AHJ in order to avoid

confusion with search and other markingsmarking.

The specific markings will be made inside the box to indicate the condition of the structure at the

time of the assessment. Any identified hazards will be indicated, outside of the box, on the right

side. Placards have space below the box for comments on hazards.

Normally markings the marking (or placards) would, also, be made immediately adjacent to the

entry point identified as lowest risk. An arrow will be placed next to the box indicating the

direction of the lowest- risk entrance if the structure/hazard evaluation marking must be made

somewhat remote from this entrance.

All rescue personnel must be aware of the possibility of, and look for, other structure/hazards if

evaluation markingsmarking must be made somewhat remote from this entrance.

As each subsequent assessment is performed throughout the course of the mission, a new time,

date, and unit (task force) ID entry will be made below the previous entry, or a completely new

marking will be made if the original information is now incorrect.

The depiction of the various markings are shown inis as follows [see Figure G.3(a).)]:

Figure G.3(a)

Figure G.3(a) Structure and Hazards Evaluation Marking.

The time, date, and unit ID, are noted outside the box at the right-hand side as shown in Figure

G.3(b).. This informationinfo is made with paint stick or lumber crayon. The paper (or

cardboard), stick-on placards mightmay need to be attached withusing duct tape to ensureassure

their positioning. (See Figure G.3(b)

Figure G.3(b) Marking Detail.

This example in Figure G.3(b) is for a medium- risk building, and the arrow indicates the

direction to the lowest- risk entry (i.e., an possibly a window, upper floor window)., etc.).

Assessment was made on July 15, 1991, at 1:10 PM. The marking indicates the presenceThere is

an indication of natural gas in the structure. The evaluation was made by the #1 TF from the

State of Oregon.

It should be understood that this building would not be entered until the hazmat (natural gas)

threat has been mitigated. When that mitigation is performed, this mark should be altered by

placing a line through the HM and adding the time it occurred and the unit thatwho performed

the mitigation. An entirely new mark could also be added when the mitigation is done, or after

any change in conditions such as an earthquake aftershock. To indicate changed conditions when

using labels or placards, one canmay cross out the hazard if mitigated or just replace the label or

/placard, if appropriate.

Marking boxes may also can be placed in each of the specific areas within the structure (i.e.g.,

rooms, hallways, stairwells), etc.) to denote hazardous conditions in separate parts of the

building.

NoteIt should also be noted that the structure/hazards marksmark might not be made in many

situations, such as structures in which rescuers are present at all times during the incident and

after hurricanes for very simple structures.

G.3.1 Structure and /Hazards Placard.

This placard should be printed on adhesive- backed, 8.5 in. ×inch x 11 in.inch heavy white paper,

Rite in the Rain® (or equivalent) paper, or light cardboard. Cut the paper nin half to obtain two

placards. (See Figure G.3.1.)

White color was selected to avoid confusionbeing confused with the green-yellow-red

placardsGreen-Yellow-Red Placards that are placed during safety evaluation of structures by

non-US&R engineers.

Figure G.3.1 Structure/Hazards Placard.

G.4 Search Assessment Marking.

A separate and distinct marking system is necessary to conveydenote information relating to the

victim location determinations in the areas searched, as shown in Figure G.4(a).. This separate

search assessment marking system is designed to be used in conjunction with the structure and

hazards evaluation marking system. CanineThe canine search specialistsspecialist, technical

search specialists, and/or the search team manager (or any other search and rescue team member

performing the search function) will draw anand “X” that is 2 ft ×x 2 ft (0.6 m × 0.6 m) in size

with international orange paint stick, lumber crayon, or color spray paint. Note (note that canines

mightK9 may be adversely affectedeffected by the fumes from the spray paint. The). This X will

be constructed in two operations — —one slash drawn onupon entry into the structure (or room,

hallway, etc.) and a second crossing slash drawn onupon exit. [see Figure G.4(a).]

Figure G.4(a) Search Assessment Marking.

Distinct markings shouldwill be made inside the remaining quadrants of the X to clarify denote

the search status and findings at the time of this assessment. The marks shouldwill be made with

carpenter chalk or lumber crayon. Figure G.4(b) shows definitions of The following illustrations

define the search assessment marks. [see Figure G.4(b)]:

Figure G.4(b) Marking Detail.

In most cases, extemporaneous information will not be conveyed using the marking system. This

type of communication will usually take place as a result of face-to-face meetings between

search, rescue, and other components of the search and rescue team.

Search markings should be made at each area within a structure, such as rooms, voids, and so

on,etc., but only information related to the results of the search will be marked onupon exiting

each space, with (no time or unit designation. ).

G.5 Victim Location Marking.

During the search function, it is often necessary to identify the location of potential and known

victims, because debris in the area could completely cover, obstruct, or hide the location of any

victims. When a known or potential victim is located and not removed immediately, victim

location marking symbols should be made with orange spray paint or orange crayon are made by

the search team or others aiding the search and rescue operation. These symbols should be made

with orange spray paint or orange crayon (see Figure G.5).

Figure G.5The following illustrates the marking system.:

Figure G.5 Victim Location Marking System.

G.6 The United Nations International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG).

The search marking system used by the United Nations includes the following:

(1) Structural marking should be applied on collapsed structures assessed by USAR teams.

(a) The marking should be placed near the point of entry on the exterior of the collapsed

structure that offers the best visibility.

(b) All assessment results are to be reported to the OSOCC immediately.

(2) The marking consists of a 3.3 ft2ft × 3.3 ft2ft (1 m2m × 1 m2)m) square box.

(3) Inside the box, mark the following:

(a) “Go” if deemed safe to enter

(b) “No Go” if deemed unsafe to enter

(c) Team identification

(d) Date and time start

(e) Date and time finish

(4) Outside the box, mark the following:

(a) Hazard information (top)

(b) Missing persons (bottom)

(c) Live victims extricated (left)

(d) Dead victims removed (right)

(5) Additional information is indicated with the following:

(a) When the USAR team has completed work on the structure to its capacity, a circle is drawn

around the entire marking.

(b) After all work on the structure has been completed and it is confirmed there are no more

victims, a horizontal line is drawn through the entire marking. (See Figure G.6.)).

Figure G.6 INSARAG Marking System.

Second Correlating Revision No. 1-NFPA 1006-2016 [ Section No. 1.3.5 ]

1.3.5

Prior to being qualified, personnel assigned to certain duties shall meet all the requirements defined in thechapter outlining those requirements. Requirements for specific duties are defined in the followingchapters:

(1) The duties of tower rescue are defined in Chapter 4.

(2) The duties of rope rescue are defined in Chapter 5.

(3) The duties of structural collapse rescue are defined in Chapter 6.

(4) The duties of confined space rescue are defined in Chapter 7.

(5) The duties of vehicle rescue are defined in Chapter 8.

(6) The duties of animal rescue are defined in Chapter 9.

(7) The duties of wilderness rescue are defined in Chapter 10.

(8) The duties of trench rescue are defined in Chapter 11.

(9) The duties of machinery rescue are defined in Chapter 12.

(10) The duties of cave rescue are defined in Chapter 13.

(11) The duties of mine and tunnel rescue are defined in Chapter 14.

(12) The duties of helicopter rescue are defined in Chapter 15.

(13) The duties of surface water rescue are defined in Chapter 16.

(14) The duties of swiftwater rescue are defined in Chapter 17.

(15) The duties of dive rescue are defined in Chapter 18.

(16) The duties of ice rescue are defined in Chapter 19.

(17) The duties of surf rescue are defined in Chapter 20.

(18) The duties of watercraft rescue are defined in Chapter 21.

(19) The duties of flood rescue are defined in Chapter 22 .


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The words "and tunnel" were mistakenly removed. This adds them back in and maintainsconsistency between 1006 and 1670.

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Second Correlating Revision No. 13-NFPA 1006-2016 [ Section No. 3.3.115 ]

3.3.115* Minimum Primary Reserve Pressure.

Minimum permissible breathing gas pressure remaining in a SCUBA diver’s primary delivery system onreaching the surface and establishing positive buoyancy.



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The word "primary" was missing from paragraph 6 in the Annex material, this was added.Changes were made to bring A.3.3.115 into compliance with the MOS by changing 472 lb to 472psi in one location and 2.27 m3 was added in 2 location following 80 ft3.

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SCR-113

A.3.3.115 Minimum Primary Reserve Pressure.

For the purposes of this document, minimum primary reserve pressure is one third of the entire

rated capacity of breathing gas available to the diver. In no case should the established minimum

reserve pressure for the primary source of breathing gas be less than 500 psi.

Dive operations involve work in an IDLH environment. To ensure safe dive operations, all divers

must plan their dives to maintain an adequate reserve to manage unforeseen circumstances.

The one-third reserve should be calculated in advance for specific sizes of the cylinders used by

the team by using the total volume of air, including any redundant air systems, adjusted for the

rated working pressure of the cylinders associated with the breathing gas systems. From that

calculation, determine the primary system pressure that would leave the diver with

approximately one third the total volume in reserve.

It is not the intent to calculate the reserve pressure based on the actual pressure of the cylinder at

the start of the dive but always with the rated working pressure of the cylinder.

A diver equipped with only a standard aluminum cylinder 80 gets 80 ft3 (2.27 m3) at 3000 psi.

Because there is no redundant air supply (RAS), the entire reserve one-third volume of 26.6 ft3

(0.74 m3) must be carried in the primary system.

(26.6 ft3 × 3000 psi) / 80 ft3 = 1000 psi

A diver equipped with an 80 ft3 (2.27 m3) primary HP Steel and Pony cylinder with a working

pressure of 3500 psi and 21 ft3 (0.59 m3) redundant air system cylinder has a total of 101 ft3

(2.86 m3).The diver needs to be on the surface with approximately 33.6 ft3 (0.93 m3) to meet the

one third. Subtract the 21 ft3 (0.59 m3) provided in the RAS cylinder to leave 12.6 ft3 (0.34 m3)

in the primary system for the required reserve.

(12.6 ft3 × 3500 psi) / 80 ft3 (2.27 m3) = 472 psi

Even though the calculated minimum surface reserve pressure is 472 psi (214 kg), the minimum

permissible breathing gas pressure is 500 psi. In this case the diver’s minimum primary reserve

pressure is 500 psi.

Ensuring that divers comply with the required minimum reserve pressure is often a challenge to

agencies that perform public safety diving. Ensuring that divers get adequate training for using

the established limits, including calculating additional air required to perform the ascent and

relevant safety stops, is a key element to ensuring compliance. Training should be conducted at

depths and under conditions that simulate an actual rescue environment while performing

mission-specific work as often as possible so that divers can set proper expectations about air

consumption and exertion levels. Instances where divers violate the minimum reserve pressure

should be treated as a breach of policy, and the contributing factors should be documented to

prevent recurrence. The AHJ is responsible for holding divers and supervisors accountable for

compliance with established limits.

Second Correlating Revision No. 3-NFPA 1006-2016 [ New Section after 3.3.160.1 ]

3.3.149.3* Lockout.

A method for keeping equipment from being set in motion and endangering workers.




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Second Correlating Revision No. 2-NFPA 1006-2016 [ Section No. 4.2.1(B) ]

(B) Requisite Skills.

Tower climbing to the designated height, selection, and transportation of designated tools .




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When the section was completed by the TC the last word in the sentence was missing. TheStaff Liaison provided the missing word, "tools" to complete the sentence.


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Second Correlating Revision No. 12-NFPA 1006-2016 [ Section No. 4.2.3(B) ]


Perform physical inspection of accessible tower components to determine structural integrity to the extentpossible .




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When the section was completed by the TC the last word in the sentence was missing. TheStaff Liaison provided the missing word, "possible", to complete the sentence.


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Second Correlating Revision No. 4-NFPA 1006-2016 [ Section No. 4.3.3 [Excluding any

Sub-Sections] ]

Ascend a simulated or actual tower to conduct a technician-level rescue, given an incident action and sitesafety plan, so that a pre-climb checklist is used, fall protection systems are utilized, horizontal lifelines areutilized, the rescuer transitions between structural elements of the tower and the rescue system, and theobjectives of the incident action plan are attained in a safe and expedient manner.




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Second Correlating Revision No. 14-NFPA 1006-2016 [ Chapter 22 ]

Chapter 22 Floodwater Rescue

22.1 Awareness Level.

The job performance requirements defined in 22.1.1 through 22.1.4 shall be met prior toawareness-level qualification in floodwater rescue.

22.1.1

Recognize the need for technical rescue resources at an incident, given AHJ guidelines, an operations-or technician-level incident, so that the need for additional resources is identified, the response systemis initiated, the scene is secured and rendered safe until additional resources arrive, andawareness-level personnel are incorporated into the operational plan.

(A) Requisite Knowledge.

Operational protocols, specific planning forms, types of incidents common to the AHJ, hazards, incidentsupport operations and resources, and safety measures.


The ability to apply operational protocols, select specific planning forms based on the types of incidents,identify and evaluate various types of hazards within the response area, request support and resources,and determine the required safety measures.

22.1.2

Establish scene safety zones, given an incident, scene security barriers, incident location, incidentinformation, and personal protective equipment (PPE), so that safety zones are designated, zoneperimeters are consistent with incident requirements, perimeter markings can be recognized andunderstood by others, zone boundaries are communicated to incident command, and only authorizedpersonnel are allowed access to the scene.


Use and selection of PPE, zone or area control flow and concepts, types of control devices and tools,types of existing and potential hazards, methods of hazard mitigation, organizational standard operatingprocedure, and staffing requirements.


The ability to select and use PPE, apply crowd control concepts, position zone control devices, identifyand mitigate existing or potential hazards, and personal safety techniques.

22.1.3

Identify and support an operations- or technician-level incident, given an incident, an assignment,incident action plan, and resources from the tool kit, so that the assignment is carried out, progress isreported to command, environmental concerns are managed, personnel rehabilitation is facilitated, andthe incident action plan is supported.


AHJ operational protocols, hazard recognition, incident management, PPE selection, resource selectionand use, scene support requirements including lighting, and monitoring hazards zones.


Application of operational protocols, function within an IMS, follow and implement an incident actionplan, report task progress status to supervisor or Incident Command.

22.1.4


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Size up an incident, given an incident, background information and applicable reference materials, sothat the operational mode is defined, resource availability, response times, and types of rescues aredetermined, the number of victims is identified, the last reported locations of all victims are established,witnesses and reporting parties are identified and interviewed, resource needs are assessed, searchparameters are identified, and information required to develop an incident action plan is obtained.


Types of reference materials and their uses, risk/benefit assessment, availability and capability of theresources, elements of an action plan and related information, relationship of size-up to the incidentmanagement system, and information gathering techniques and how that information is used in thesize-up process.


The ability to read specific rescue reference materials, interview people, gather information, relayinformation, manage witnesses, and use information sources.

22.2* Operations Level.

The job performance requirements defined in Sections 16.1 , 16.2 , 17.1 , 17.2 , 22.1 , and in22.2.1 through 22.2.5 shall be met prior to operations-level qualification in floodwater rescue.

22.2.1

Support technician-level floodwater rescue operations, given a designated mission, safety equipment,props, and water body, so that skills are demonstrated in a controlled environment, performanceparameters are achieved, hazards are continually assessed, and emergency procedures aredemonstrated.


Support procedures, including search patterns, equipment setup, operating support equipment, andcommunications systems.


Basic support skills, including the ability to serve as a safety or spotter and tend a “go” rescuer.

22.2.2*

Assess floodwater conditions, characteristics, and features in terms of hazards to the rescuer andvictims, given an incident scenario and a floodwater tool kit, so that flow and conditions are estimated,depth and surrounding terrain are evaluated, and findings are documented.


Flow calculation methods, characteristics of floodwater events, map reading, interpreting local terraindata, local water hazards and conditions, entrapment mechanisms, weather forecasts, humanphysiology and survival factors.


Assessment of water flow and environmental factors, the ability to acquire and interpret weatherforecasts and local terrain data, and evaluate their impact on victims and rescuers.

22.2.3

Perform a nonentry rescue in the floodwater environment, given an incident scenario, PPE, and afloodwater rescue tool kit, so that rescue is accomplished, and adopted policies and safety proceduresare followed.


Types and capabilities of PPE, effects of hydrodynamic forces on rescuers and victims, hydrology andcharacteristics of water, behaviors of waterbound victims, water rescue rope-handling techniques,incident-specific hazard identification, criteria for selecting victim retrieval locations based on waterenvironment and conditions, hazards and limitations of shore-based rescue, local policies/proceduresfor rescue team activation, and information on local water environments.


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Select PPE specific to the water environment, don PPE, identify water hazards (i.e., upstream ordownstream, current or tides), identify hazards directly related to the specific rescue, and demonstrateappropriate shore-based victim removal techniques.

22.2.4

Develop and implement an action plan for the use of watercraft to support floodwater search and rescueoperations, given a watercraft, trained operator(s), policies, and procedures used by the AHJ, so thatfloodwater specific hazards are addressed, watercraft predeployment checks are completed, watercraftlaunch or recovery is achieved, rescuers are deployed and recovered, both onboard and rescueoperations conform with watercraft operational protocols and capabilities, communications are clear andconcise, and the candidate is familiar with watercraft nomenclature, operational protocols, designlimitations, and launch/recovery site issues.


Entry/exit procedures, communications techniques, boat operation techniques, design limitations,climactic conditions, characteristics of floodwater events, and specific hazards presented by floodwaterevents in the potential rescue environment.


Implement entry and exit procedures and communications with watercraft crew, use emergency/safetyequipment, identify hazards, and operate within the rescue environment.

22.2.5

Implement an action plan for the use of air assets to support floodwater search and rescue operations,given an action plan, access to air assets, policies, and procedures used by the AHJ, so that floodwaterspecific hazards are addressed, rescuers are deployed and recovered as required, both onboard andrescue operations conform with aircraft operational protocols and capabilities, communications are clearand concise, and the candidate is familiar with aircraft nomenclature, operational protocols, and designlimitations.


Means of contacting and accessing agencies with air assets, the role of aircraft in the support offloodwater events, the limitations of the available aircraft in the conditions associated with the rescueenvironment, the role of the rescuer as part of an aviation team.


Implement a notification plan to request air assets, develop a list of tactical objectives to be achieved theaircraft, communicate mission priorities with the aircrew or operator of the aircraft.

22.2.6*

Implement measures identified by the AHJ to limit exposure of victims and rescuers from potentiallycontaminated floodwater given a floodwater event, a flood rescue tool kit, protocols and practicesidentified by the AHJ, and access to the required engineering controls and decontamination tools so thatthe sources of potential contamination are identified, and its effects and those of cross contaminationare minimized.


Sources of contamination, indicators of the presence of contaminants, methods to limit exposure tocontaminated water, and decontamination methods targeted at the potential specific contaminants.


Use of related engineering controls and PPE and practices that limit an individual’s likelihood ofexposure to contaminants and implementing methods for the removal of potential contaminants orrendering them inert.

22.2.7*

Identify locations at a floodwater search and rescue incident that have a high probability of containingvictims, given an incident consistent with the predicted rescue environment and a flood water searchand rescue tool kit so that all accessible areas of the incident are surveyed and the victim locations aremarked.


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Locations that are specifically associated with areas of entrapment or refuge during floodwater events,including the interior of vehicles and attic spaces of structures.


Assessing and surveying a floodwater environment for potential locations where victims might betrapped or have taken shelter.

22.2.8*

Identify and manage the hazards unique to the terrain and environment when covered with floodwater orsubject to differential pressures.


Specific hazards that could be present in the floodwater environment that are hidden or covered bywater.


Ability to survey the rescue environment for indicators of potential hazards.

22.2.9*

Navigate terrain covered in floodwater given a floodwater incident, a floodwater rescue tool kit, andpractices identified by the AHJ so that the positions of the rescuers are known, hazards are avoided,search progress is documented, and geographic baselines are established.


The use and implementation of GPSs and alternate mapping techniques.


The ability to establish a baseline location using a GPS or other improvised method from which toconduct a search or coordinate the movement of resources and use of methods to determine thelocation of submerged hazards and geographical features.

22.2.10

Terminate an incident, given PPE specific to the incident, isolation barriers, and tool kit, so that rescuersand bystanders are protected and accounted for during termination operations; the party responsible isnotified of any modification or damage created during the operational period; documentation of loss ormaterial use is accounted for, scene documentation is performed, and scene control is transferred to aresponsible party; potential or existing hazards are communicated to that responsible party; debriefingand postincident analysis and critique are considered, and command is terminated.


PPE characteristics, hazard and risk identification, isolation techniques, statutory requirementsidentifying responsible parties, accountability system use, reporting methods, and postincident analysistechniques.


Selection and use of task and hazard-specific PPE, decontamination, use of barrier protectiontechniques, data collection and recordkeeping/reporting protocols, postincide analysis activities.

22.2.11

Perform a floodwater rescue from a rescue platform such as a vessel, boat, watercraft or otherwaterborne transportation aid, given a trained operator(s), a course representative of the anticipatedrescue environment, water rescue PPE, floodwater rescue tool kit, so that the specific objective isreached, all performance parameters are achieved, movement is controlled, hazards are continuallyassessed, and any related distress signals are communicated.


The operator and/or crew of any waterborne transportation aid must be knowledgeable in the applicationand safe operation of the waterborne transportation device and its limitations and follow allmanufacturers’ recommendations. The operator and crew of the waterborne transportation aid mustcomply with all regulatory and applicable laws of safe water transportation according to the AHJ.


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The ability of the operator and crew to enter and exit the waterborne transportation device in afloodwater condition, to correct a capsized waterborne transportation aid, and to assist with safewaterborne transportation operations as members of a floodwater rescue team on a vessel.

22.3 Technician Level.

The job performance requirements defined in Sections 16.3 , 22.2 , and 22.3.1 shall be met prior totechnician-level qualification in floodwater rescue.

22.3.1*

Perform an entry rescue in the floodwater environment, given an incident scenario, PPE, and floodwaterrescue tool kit, so that rescue is accomplished, and adopted policies and safety procedures arefollowed.


Types and capabilities of PPE, effects of hydrodynamic forces on rescuers and victims, hydrology andcharacteristics of water, behaviors of waterbound victims, water rescue rope-handling techniques,incident-specific hazard identification, criteria for selecting victim retrieval locations based on waterenvironment and conditions, hazards and limitations of shore-based rescue, local policies/proceduresfor rescue team activation, information on local water environments, and methods of breaching ordefeating structural components of vehicle or structures.


Select PPE specific to the water environment, don PPE, identify water hazards (i.e., upstream ordownstream, current or tides), identify hazards directly related to the specific rescue, and demonstrateappropriate victim removal techniques.



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A.22.2

Rescuers performing functions in or around structures or vehicles should have appropriate training in the

related disciplines. Although not all floodwater events have swiftwater conditions, many do, and the

presence of moving water should always be considered.

A.22.2.2

Moving water has an impact on the human body both in its mechanical effects and accelerated heat

transfer properties. The ability to gauge its speed is a key factor in determining the risks moving water

poses to both the rescuer and victims. The contours of the terrain under the water can give indicators as

to the best means of access as well as areas that might pose increased risks to the responder. The

resources available to the rescuer for obtaining this necessary information include topo maps, charts,

weather forecasts, local irrigation data, and flood control information.

Methods of flow calculations include putting markers in the water and measuring distance traveled over

time. A list of basic calculations is shown in Table A.22.2.2.

Table A.22.2.2 Basic Calculations for a Marker Float Traveling 100 ft Down Current

Speed

Time (sec) ft per sec mph knots

5 20 13.6 12

10 10 6.8 6

15 6.7 4.5 4

20 5 3.4 3

25 4 2.7 2.4

50 2 1.4 1.2

100 1 0.7 0.6

A.22.2.6

Floodwaters typically contain human or animal sewage, dead or decomposing animal matter, and other

biological factors and pathogens. Populated areas can also have household, agricultural, or industrial

chemicals present in the water.

While working in the floodwater environment, rescuers should limit their exposure to potentially

contaminated water and practice good housekeeping methods to limit the potential for skin contact or

ingestion.

All rescuers who work in or around floodwaters should follow basic hand- and face-washing protocols

after completion of their duties prior to entering living, sleeping, or eating areas.

It is the intent of this chapter that, when engaged in protracted operations in floodwater rescue

operations, the AHJ engage local hazardous materials teams or health departments to assess

contamination hazards and provide decontamination services.

A.22.2.7

As structures flood, occupants instinctively seek higher elevations, often ending up in attics or upper

stories with no way to exit the structure. They might also seek refuge under or on highway overpasses,

trees, towers, power poles, roofs, or vehicles. Victims could also find themselves trapped inside vehicles

that become partially submerged or float.

A.22.2.8

Differential pressure can build up as water is drawn or forced through confined spaces such as manholes,

storm sewers, and drainage pipes. These situations might create conditions that cause rapid water

movement and a suction effect that can trap rescuers. A good example of differential pressure is a typical

bathtub drain.

Mechanical hazards might include signs, fences, vehicles, energy sources, and utilities that can continue

to function even while submerged.

Local wildlife and domestic animals that might not normally pose a hazard to rescuers might pose a risk

when displaced by the floodwaters. This could include poisonous snakes, alligators, or crocodiles.

Normally occupied flooded areas might pose challenges with respect to the security and safety of the

rescuers from individuals with criminal or harmful intent. Making provisions for the security of the team

using law enforcement or military assets should be considered.

A.22.2.9

Floodwater incidents often eradicate, displace or cover landmarks such as buildings, roads, and signs

typically used to provide orientation to search teams and to document the progress of the search.

Rescuers might need to rely on improvised means of determining their location and marking their

progress. Conventionally available GPS devices can be very useful tools in accomplishing these

objectives. Teams can also use improvised markers such as posts or poles inserted into the ground or

use what local features are still present, such as trees or power poles.

Rescuers might also need to adopt specialized techniques, such as using a pole to determine the location

of submerged features, including curbs, holes, vehicles, and such.

A.22.3.1

Entry type rescue in this context might include rescuers entering the water to remove a victim or entering

a structure to perform a search.

Rescuers should be cognizant of the potential requirement to breach and/or search inside flooded

structures. Basic search techniques can be utilized, including the use of accountability systems, oriented

searches, or search ropes. Rescuers should also be aware of the potential need for backup or rapid

intervention crews.

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